With over 4.5 years of teaching experience, personal practice, certification in Yoga & Pilates, as well as a Diploma in Acupuncture I have combined comprehensive knowledge and practical experience to incorporate new and old theories on health, body mechanics and self-care into all of her offerings. It is my belief that health and healing go hand in hand and that it is the role of the instructor/practitioner to support their clients on their own personal journeys.

I incorporate my continuing education in pelvic floor work, prenatal andpostpartum Pilates, as well as prenatal yoga certification, into classes thatare designed to benefit pre and post natal clients. My current class offeringsare designed to re-establish strength and connection from the deepest layeroutwards, create balance within the body, and create a strong integration that can benefit my clients in their everyday activities.

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Instructor: Karen SquiresA style of yoga open to everyone of all ages and abilities. Focus on moving with awareness, find stillness within the poses, engage in watching the interaction between body and mind. Strengthen your body, develop/maintain flexibility and balance. Incorporate simple meditation/breathing techniques and benefit from deep relaxation. A practice with the potential to stay with you, expanding beyond the mat sustaining daily life.

You will find that practicing in a group magnifies the energy and furthers the healing!

Drop-in rate is $12/practice. 6-visit cards available for a special rate of $50. Drop-in can be paid at the class. Registration is required for the special rate. After registration, you will receive your card at the class.

All are welcome! No experience necessary. Dress comfortably. Chairs are provided for the seated meditation at the end but you are welcome to bring a cushion, blanket or your own yoga mat if you would like to do the meditation lying down.

60 min Mat Pilates class series designed to strengthen your core function, mobility, tone, and connection. A special emphasis will be placed on core and pelvic floor restrengthening for postnatal clients or and busy moms who would benefit from this focused attention. Clients of all ages and physical fitness level are welcome. If you have recently given birth please ensure your medical professional has cleared you for physical activity.

Instructor: Carolyn PigottYou will be introduced to fundamental movements that reconnect your brain to your muscles. Through the practice of deep breathing techniques and mindful awareness you will discover areas of your body that are stuck in something called sensory motor amnesia, a chronically tight state in the muscles. You will be gently guided to unlock these patterns and feel a renewed sense of ease and comfort in these muscles. Your mind and body will relax and you will walk out feeling a renewed vitality to take on your life once again!

Instructor: Karen SquiresA style of yoga open to everyone of all ages and abilities. Focus on moving with awareness, find stillness within the poses, engage in watching the interaction between body and mind. Strengthen your body, develop/maintain flexibility and balance. Incorporate simple meditation/breathing techniques and benefit from deep relaxation. A practice with the potential to stay with you, expanding beyond the mat sustaining daily life.

Join us for a One-Day Childbirth Prep Class that covers the essentials all families need to prepare for labour.

This is a comprehensive curriculum that covers the anatomy and physiology of birth, stages of labour, medications and interventions, the hours immediately following birth, and so much more.

You’ll find that this class is engaging, interactive, and thorough, leaving both you and your partner confident and prepared: gaining a greater understanding of the birth process, practicing strategies and techniques for comfort and coping during labour, and uncovering and demystifying fears and concerns leading up to your big day.

Fee for the class is $150, and includes the expectant mother + one support person, muffins+fruit+coffee, and a course manual to take home.

Andrea Postal is a Certified Birth Doula and Childbirth Educator with a passion for supporting families on their personal and unique birth journey. After welcoming her own beautiful babies into the world, this work was a natural extension of the reverence she’s always had for birth, women, families, and the sacred passage into parenthood. Andrea began her journey into the Birth work in 2014 and hasn’t looked back. In addition to attending births and teaching classes, Andrea facilitates a community postpartum group, offers in-home postpartum support, and provides certified, professional placenta encapsulation through her business, In Bloom Births.

Combining yin and restorative yoga poses, this gentle and relaxing practice is excellent for those new to yoga, students working with injuries, and is a great compliment to more active yoga practices. In holding poses for longer periods of time, students are encouraged to turn in, let go, and restore. Leave each class with less tension in your muscles, more movement in your joints, and a deeper sense of calm in your body, mind, and spirit.

Join this class to move slowly and gently through simple poses, taking the time to listen to your body’s needs and explore your lung capacity. Relax, stretch, build strength and cultivate mindfulness.

Suitable for beginners and/or people with physical limitations.

Mondays

October 1 – December 17

10:45 -11:45 am

$120/10

$15 drop in

No class October 8 & November 12

Daiana has been practicing yoga for 16 years and teaching for 13. Her Teacher Training was in Raja Yoga over a 2 year period. Her style of teaching has grown and evolved over the years and includes various breathing and cleansing exercises to purify the body and soul. Every class with Daiana is unique as she plans around the level of the students.

Over the past 10 years she has been travelling all over, sharing her passion and learning from different Masters.

Instructor: Megan TomlinsonHatha Yoga 1-2 is a progressive series of classes designed to build strength and flexibility in the body while developing mindful awareness in each posture. Yogic philosophy, as it relates to practice on and off the mat, weaves throughout each class. Hatha Yoga 1-2 is open to beginners and advanced practitioners alike.

Instructor: Katie KennedyA style of yoga that invites you to slow down and create space for stillness, nurture your bones, joints, ligaments, tendons and fascia. By holding the postures for 2-5 min or longer, the deeper connective tissues are affected and improvement in flexibility is the result. The use of probs are encouraged in each posture so that the body feels supported and relaxed and then has the chance to release. This class is a great complement if you have an active lifestyle (active yoga, running, cycling, sports etc) or if you are wanting a calming, meditative type of practice. Suitable for all students.

Instructor: Katie KennedyThis active practice is dynamic in nature and creates mindful movements from one posture to the next and challenges you to find flexibility, strength and concentration with in your postures. A combination of sun salutations, standing postures, balances, twists, seated and lying postures are weaved together into a fun, themed class with music. This class creates a workout type feel while toning the body and clearing your mind. This is an athletic practice and it is recommended that students feel strong through classic sun salutations.

Instructor: Alivia VeenstraCombining yin and restorative yoga poses, this gentle and relaxing practice is excellent for those new to yoga, students working with injuries, and is a great compliment to more active yoga practices. In holding poses for longer periods of time, students are encouraged to turn in, let go, and restore. Leave each class with less tension in your muscles, more movement in your joints, and a deeper sense of calm in your body, mind, and spirit.

This 12 week groups is for moms with a child under 2 years old, struggling with postpartum depression/anxiety/adjustment. This is a self-help support group in which different topics such as depression, anxiety, anger, healthy boundaries, relationships and transition/adjustment will be addressed. The group is closed (not open to drop-ins) and confidential. It is limited to 10 participants.

Come and enjoy the benefits of yoga in a fun, playful and safe environment. We will explore yoga poses, breathing exercises, and simple meditation techniques with a reflective perspective. Benefits include building self-compassion, self-awareness, self-care and relaxation!

Ages: 12 – 17 years

When: Wednesdays 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Dates: Oct 17th- Dec 5th, 2018

Cost: $90 for eight classes

Instructor: Lili Zsoldos

Lili is a certified yoga teacher and counsellor at Nourish Wellness as well as with the school district. No yoga experience necessary. All are welcome tojoin in creating a safe and supportive place for girls to come together and explore and learn from this ancient practice.

Space is limited; please contact Lili with any questions and to reserve a place.

Together we will explore the basic concepts of modern dance including proper warming up, strengthening techniques, alignment, movement vocabulary, and rhythm. Each class will build on the one prior. This modern dance session is designed to be fun and engaging for everyone, regardless of experience. Please wear comfortable clothing (layers suggested) with bare feet or socks.

This class is limited to 10 participants. Pre-registration is required. Please note that a minimum of 5 participants is required for the session to run.

Instructor: Karen SquiresA style of yoga open to everyone of all ages and abilities. Focus on moving with awareness, find stillness within the poses, engage in watching the interaction between body and mind. Strengthen your body, develop/maintain flexibility and balance. Incorporate simple meditation/breathing techniques and benefit from deep relaxation. A practice with the potential to stay with you, expanding beyond the mat sustaining daily life.

You will find that practicing in a group magnifies the energy and furthers the healing!

Drop-in rate is $12/practice. 6-visit cards available for a special rate of $50. Drop-in can be paid at the class. Registration is required for the special rate. After registration, you will receive your card at the class.

All are welcome! No experience necessary. Dress comfortably. Chairs are provided for the seated meditation at the end but you are welcome to bring a cushion, blanket or your own yoga mat if you would like to do the meditation lying down.

60 min Mat Pilates class series designed to strengthen your core function, mobility, tone, and connection. A special emphasis will be placed on core and pelvic floor restrengthening for postnatal clients or and busy moms who would benefit from this focused attention. Clients of all ages and physical fitness level are welcome. If you have recently given birth please ensure your medical professional has cleared you for physical activity.

Instructor: Carolyn PigottYou will be introduced to fundamental movements that reconnect your brain to your muscles. Through the practice of deep breathing techniques and mindful awareness you will discover areas of your body that are stuck in something called sensory motor amnesia, a chronically tight state in the muscles. You will be gently guided to unlock these patterns and feel a renewed sense of ease and comfort in these muscles. Your mind and body will relax and you will walk out feeling a renewed vitality to take on your life once again!

Instructor: Karen SquiresA style of yoga open to everyone of all ages and abilities. Focus on moving with awareness, find stillness within the poses, engage in watching the interaction between body and mind. Strengthen your body, develop/maintain flexibility and balance. Incorporate simple meditation/breathing techniques and benefit from deep relaxation. A practice with the potential to stay with you, expanding beyond the mat sustaining daily life.

This is a 2-day class! It is a 2-level training (First and Second Degree) of the Usui/Holy Fire II system of Reiki from the International Center for Reiki Training and is considered to be one of the most comprehensive beginner trainings of its kind! All are welcome. No prior experience is necessary for First Degree on Day #1, however, registration for both days is required to receive the weekend rate.

It is taught by Barb Timmer, 15-year veteran of all things Reiki, Usui/Holy Fire II, Karuna Reiki®Master/Teacher and Professional Member of the Reiki Membership Association. She has been practicing for 15 years, more than 12 of those as a Master/Teacher having received her first Master training in the Usui/Tibetan tradition in 2006, her Holy Fire II Karuna Master training in March 2016 and again, another Usui/Holy Fire II Master training in August 2017. She is also a certified reflexologist and avid spreader of Qi joy through the practice of Spring Forest Qigong.

Reiki is a Japanese energy healing technique for relaxation, stress reduction and inner balance that can also promote healing on many levels including physical, mental and emotional. It works with Universal Life Force Energy to clear and balance the energy fields of your body bringing calm to body/mind and clarity to your thinking. Reiki increases a person’s own supply of life force energy and provides a deep relaxation to the mind/body which can add to the healing process.

Usui/Holy Fire II Reiki is a new Reiki for today’s stressful times. This newer system of Reiki combines the original system of Usui Reiki with a newer, more refined Reiki that is of a higher, vibrational energy. It heals through purification, healing, empowerment and guidance. The complete system includes the four Reiki symbols from the Usui tradition as well as the Holy Fire master symbol. Enlightenment and powerful transformation can be two side effects of learning to channel this beautiful, gentle yet powerful energy!

The use of the word holy in the name Holy Fire II is not intended to have a religious meaning. The word holy has as its root meaning to be whole and complete and this is how it is used in Holy Fire II. Therefore, Holy Fire II is a spiritual energy that creates wholeness through purification, healing, empowerment and guidance.

Some Reiki Benefits include:

• More calm to the body and mind• Increased clarity• Improved decision-making• Reduction of overwhelm and anxiety• Reduction of stress and pain• Opening to more love & compassion• Shifting of old perceptions• Dissolving of old habits/beliefs• Increased intuition and trust in life

This is a 2-day class! It is a 2-level training (First and Second Degree) of the Usui/Holy Fire II system of Reiki from the International Center for Reiki Training and is considered to be one of the most comprehensive beginner trainings of its kind! All are welcome. No prior experience is necessary for First Degree on Day #1, however, registration for both days is required to receive the weekend rate.

It is taught by Barb Timmer, 15-year veteran of all things Reiki, Usui/Holy Fire II, Karuna Reiki®Master/Teacher and Professional Member of the Reiki Membership Association. She has been practicing for 15 years, more than 12 of those as a Master/Teacher having received her first Master training in the Usui/Tibetan tradition in 2006, her Holy Fire II Karuna Master training in March 2016 and again, another Usui/Holy Fire II Master training in August 2017. She is also a certified reflexologist and avid spreader of Qi joy through the practice of Spring Forest Qigong.

Reiki is a Japanese energy healing technique for relaxation, stress reduction and inner balance that can also promote healing on many levels including physical, mental and emotional. It works with Universal Life Force Energy to clear and balance the energy fields of your body bringing calm to body/mind and clarity to your thinking. Reiki increases a person’s own supply of life force energy and provides a deep relaxation to the mind/body which can add to the healing process.

Usui/Holy Fire II Reiki is a new Reiki for today’s stressful times. This newer system of Reiki combines the original system of Usui Reiki with a newer, more refined Reiki that is of a higher, vibrational energy. It heals through purification, healing, empowerment and guidance. The complete system includes the four Reiki symbols from the Usui tradition as well as the Holy Fire master symbol. Enlightenment and powerful transformation can be two side effects of learning to channel this beautiful, gentle yet powerful energy!

The use of the word holy in the name Holy Fire II is not intended to have a religious meaning. The word holy has as its root meaning to be whole and complete and this is how it is used in Holy Fire II. Therefore, Holy Fire II is a spiritual energy that creates wholeness through purification, healing, empowerment and guidance.

Some Reiki Benefits include:

• More calm to the body and mind• Increased clarity• Improved decision-making• Reduction of overwhelm and anxiety• Reduction of stress and pain• Opening to more love & compassion• Shifting of old perceptions• Dissolving of old habits/beliefs• Increased intuition and trust in life

Combining yin and restorative yoga poses, this gentle and relaxing practice is excellent for those new to yoga, students working with injuries, and is a great compliment to more active yoga practices. In holding poses for longer periods of time, students are encouraged to turn in, let go, and restore. Leave each class with less tension in your muscles, more movement in your joints, and a deeper sense of calm in your body, mind, and spirit.

Join this class to move slowly and gently through simple poses, taking the time to listen to your body’s needs and explore your lung capacity. Relax, stretch, build strength and cultivate mindfulness.

Suitable for beginners and/or people with physical limitations.

Mondays

October 1 – December 17

10:45 -11:45 am

$120/10

$15 drop in

No class October 8 & November 12

Daiana has been practicing yoga for 16 years and teaching for 13. Her Teacher Training was in Raja Yoga over a 2 year period. Her style of teaching has grown and evolved over the years and includes various breathing and cleansing exercises to purify the body and soul. Every class with Daiana is unique as she plans around the level of the students.

Over the past 10 years she has been travelling all over, sharing her passion and learning from different Masters.

This free-of-charge grief support group is offered in partnership between Comox Valley Hospice Society and Nourish Wellness. While this group is run on a bi-weekly, drop-in basis, first time attendees must phone either Paula Purcell or Nicole Burgess for location and additional participation information.

This shared support can help you survive the stigma, silence and sorrow.

Instructor: Megan TomlinsonHatha Yoga 1-2 is a progressive series of classes designed to build strength and flexibility in the body while developing mindful awareness in each posture. Yogic philosophy, as it relates to practice on and off the mat, weaves throughout each class. Hatha Yoga 1-2 is open to beginners and advanced practitioners alike.

Instructor: Katie KennedyA style of yoga that invites you to slow down and create space for stillness, nurture your bones, joints, ligaments, tendons and fascia. By holding the postures for 2-5 min or longer, the deeper connective tissues are affected and improvement in flexibility is the result. The use of probs are encouraged in each posture so that the body feels supported and relaxed and then has the chance to release. This class is a great complement if you have an active lifestyle (active yoga, running, cycling, sports etc) or if you are wanting a calming, meditative type of practice. Suitable for all students.

Instructor: Katie KennedyThis active practice is dynamic in nature and creates mindful movements from one posture to the next and challenges you to find flexibility, strength and concentration with in your postures. A combination of sun salutations, standing postures, balances, twists, seated and lying postures are weaved together into a fun, themed class with music. This class creates a workout type feel while toning the body and clearing your mind. This is an athletic practice and it is recommended that students feel strong through classic sun salutations.

Instructor: Alivia VeenstraCombining yin and restorative yoga poses, this gentle and relaxing practice is excellent for those new to yoga, students working with injuries, and is a great compliment to more active yoga practices. In holding poses for longer periods of time, students are encouraged to turn in, let go, and restore. Leave each class with less tension in your muscles, more movement in your joints, and a deeper sense of calm in your body, mind, and spirit.

This 12 week groups is for moms with a child under 2 years old, struggling with postpartum depression/anxiety/adjustment. This is a self-help support group in which different topics such as depression, anxiety, anger, healthy boundaries, relationships and transition/adjustment will be addressed. The group is closed (not open to drop-ins) and confidential. It is limited to 10 participants.

Come and enjoy the benefits of yoga in a fun, playful and safe environment. We will explore yoga poses, breathing exercises, and simple meditation techniques with a reflective perspective. Benefits include building self-compassion, self-awareness, self-care and relaxation!

Ages: 12 – 17 years

When: Wednesdays 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Dates: Oct 17th- Dec 5th, 2018

Cost: $90 for eight classes

Instructor: Lili Zsoldos

Lili is a certified yoga teacher and counsellor at Nourish Wellness as well as with the school district. No yoga experience necessary. All are welcome tojoin in creating a safe and supportive place for girls to come together and explore and learn from this ancient practice.

Space is limited; please contact Lili with any questions and to reserve a place.

Together we will explore the basic concepts of modern dance including proper warming up, strengthening techniques, alignment, movement vocabulary, and rhythm. Each class will build on the one prior. This modern dance session is designed to be fun and engaging for everyone, regardless of experience. Please wear comfortable clothing (layers suggested) with bare feet or socks.

This class is limited to 10 participants. Pre-registration is required. Please note that a minimum of 5 participants is required for the session to run.

Instructor: Karen SquiresA style of yoga open to everyone of all ages and abilities. Focus on moving with awareness, find stillness within the poses, engage in watching the interaction between body and mind. Strengthen your body, develop/maintain flexibility and balance. Incorporate simple meditation/breathing techniques and benefit from deep relaxation. A practice with the potential to stay with you, expanding beyond the mat sustaining daily life.

You will find that practicing in a group magnifies the energy and furthers the healing!

Drop-in rate is $12/practice. 6-visit cards available for a special rate of $50. Drop-in can be paid at the class. Registration is required for the special rate. After registration, you will receive your card at the class.

All are welcome! No experience necessary. Dress comfortably. Chairs are provided for the seated meditation at the end but you are welcome to bring a cushion, blanket or your own yoga mat if you would like to do the meditation lying down.

60 min Mat Pilates class series designed to strengthen your core function, mobility, tone, and connection. A special emphasis will be placed on core and pelvic floor restrengthening for postnatal clients or and busy moms who would benefit from this focused attention. Clients of all ages and physical fitness level are welcome. If you have recently given birth please ensure your medical professional has cleared you for physical activity.

Instructor: Carolyn PigottYou will be introduced to fundamental movements that reconnect your brain to your muscles. Through the practice of deep breathing techniques and mindful awareness you will discover areas of your body that are stuck in something called sensory motor amnesia, a chronically tight state in the muscles. You will be gently guided to unlock these patterns and feel a renewed sense of ease and comfort in these muscles. Your mind and body will relax and you will walk out feeling a renewed vitality to take on your life once again!

Instructor: Karen SquiresA style of yoga open to everyone of all ages and abilities. Focus on moving with awareness, find stillness within the poses, engage in watching the interaction between body and mind. Strengthen your body, develop/maintain flexibility and balance. Incorporate simple meditation/breathing techniques and benefit from deep relaxation. A practice with the potential to stay with you, expanding beyond the mat sustaining daily life.

Combining yin and restorative yoga poses, this gentle and relaxing practice is excellent for those new to yoga, students working with injuries, and is a great compliment to more active yoga practices. In holding poses for longer periods of time, students are encouraged to turn in, let go, and restore. Leave each class with less tension in your muscles, more movement in your joints, and a deeper sense of calm in your body, mind, and spirit.

Join this class to move slowly and gently through simple poses, taking the time to listen to your body’s needs and explore your lung capacity. Relax, stretch, build strength and cultivate mindfulness.

Suitable for beginners and/or people with physical limitations.

Mondays

October 1 – December 17

10:45 -11:45 am

$120/10

$15 drop in

No class October 8 & November 12

Daiana has been practicing yoga for 16 years and teaching for 13. Her Teacher Training was in Raja Yoga over a 2 year period. Her style of teaching has grown and evolved over the years and includes various breathing and cleansing exercises to purify the body and soul. Every class with Daiana is unique as she plans around the level of the students.

Over the past 10 years she has been travelling all over, sharing her passion and learning from different Masters.

Instructor: Megan TomlinsonHatha Yoga 1-2 is a progressive series of classes designed to build strength and flexibility in the body while developing mindful awareness in each posture. Yogic philosophy, as it relates to practice on and off the mat, weaves throughout each class. Hatha Yoga 1-2 is open to beginners and advanced practitioners alike.

Instructor: Katie KennedyA style of yoga that invites you to slow down and create space for stillness, nurture your bones, joints, ligaments, tendons and fascia. By holding the postures for 2-5 min or longer, the deeper connective tissues are affected and improvement in flexibility is the result. The use of probs are encouraged in each posture so that the body feels supported and relaxed and then has the chance to release. This class is a great complement if you have an active lifestyle (active yoga, running, cycling, sports etc) or if you are wanting a calming, meditative type of practice. Suitable for all students.

Instructor: Katie KennedyThis active practice is dynamic in nature and creates mindful movements from one posture to the next and challenges you to find flexibility, strength and concentration with in your postures. A combination of sun salutations, standing postures, balances, twists, seated and lying postures are weaved together into a fun, themed class with music. This class creates a workout type feel while toning the body and clearing your mind. This is an athletic practice and it is recommended that students feel strong through classic sun salutations.

Instructor: Alivia VeenstraCombining yin and restorative yoga poses, this gentle and relaxing practice is excellent for those new to yoga, students working with injuries, and is a great compliment to more active yoga practices. In holding poses for longer periods of time, students are encouraged to turn in, let go, and restore. Leave each class with less tension in your muscles, more movement in your joints, and a deeper sense of calm in your body, mind, and spirit.

This 12 week groups is for moms with a child under 2 years old, struggling with postpartum depression/anxiety/adjustment. This is a self-help support group in which different topics such as depression, anxiety, anger, healthy boundaries, relationships and transition/adjustment will be addressed. The group is closed (not open to drop-ins) and confidential. It is limited to 10 participants.

Come and enjoy the benefits of yoga in a fun, playful and safe environment. We will explore yoga poses, breathing exercises, and simple meditation techniques with a reflective perspective. Benefits include building self-compassion, self-awareness, self-care and relaxation!

Ages: 12 – 17 years

When: Wednesdays 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Dates: Oct 17th- Dec 5th, 2018

Cost: $90 for eight classes

Instructor: Lili Zsoldos

Lili is a certified yoga teacher and counsellor at Nourish Wellness as well as with the school district. No yoga experience necessary. All are welcome tojoin in creating a safe and supportive place for girls to come together and explore and learn from this ancient practice.

Space is limited; please contact Lili with any questions and to reserve a place.

Together we will explore the basic concepts of modern dance including proper warming up, strengthening techniques, alignment, movement vocabulary, and rhythm. Each class will build on the one prior. This modern dance session is designed to be fun and engaging for everyone, regardless of experience. Please wear comfortable clothing (layers suggested) with bare feet or socks.

This class is limited to 10 participants. Pre-registration is required. Please note that a minimum of 5 participants is required for the session to run.

Instructor: Karen SquiresA style of yoga open to everyone of all ages and abilities. Focus on moving with awareness, find stillness within the poses, engage in watching the interaction between body and mind. Strengthen your body, develop/maintain flexibility and balance. Incorporate simple meditation/breathing techniques and benefit from deep relaxation. A practice with the potential to stay with you, expanding beyond the mat sustaining daily life.

You will find that practicing in a group magnifies the energy and furthers the healing!

Drop-in rate is $12/practice. 6-visit cards available for a special rate of $50. Drop-in can be paid at the class. Registration is required for the special rate. After registration, you will receive your card at the class.

All are welcome! No experience necessary. Dress comfortably. Chairs are provided for the seated meditation at the end but you are welcome to bring a cushion, blanket or your own yoga mat if you would like to do the meditation lying down.

60 min Mat Pilates class series designed to strengthen your core function, mobility, tone, and connection. A special emphasis will be placed on core and pelvic floor restrengthening for postnatal clients or and busy moms who would benefit from this focused attention. Clients of all ages and physical fitness level are welcome. If you have recently given birth please ensure your medical professional has cleared you for physical activity.

Instructor: Carolyn PigottYou will be introduced to fundamental movements that reconnect your brain to your muscles. Through the practice of deep breathing techniques and mindful awareness you will discover areas of your body that are stuck in something called sensory motor amnesia, a chronically tight state in the muscles. You will be gently guided to unlock these patterns and feel a renewed sense of ease and comfort in these muscles. Your mind and body will relax and you will walk out feeling a renewed vitality to take on your life once again!

Instructor: Karen SquiresA style of yoga open to everyone of all ages and abilities. Focus on moving with awareness, find stillness within the poses, engage in watching the interaction between body and mind. Strengthen your body, develop/maintain flexibility and balance. Incorporate simple meditation/breathing techniques and benefit from deep relaxation. A practice with the potential to stay with you, expanding beyond the mat sustaining daily life.

Combining yin and restorative yoga poses, this gentle and relaxing practice is excellent for those new to yoga, students working with injuries, and is a great compliment to more active yoga practices. In holding poses for longer periods of time, students are encouraged to turn in, let go, and restore. Leave each class with less tension in your muscles, more movement in your joints, and a deeper sense of calm in your body, mind, and spirit.

Join this class to move slowly and gently through simple poses, taking the time to listen to your body’s needs and explore your lung capacity. Relax, stretch, build strength and cultivate mindfulness.

Suitable for beginners and/or people with physical limitations.

Mondays

October 1 – December 17

10:45 -11:45 am

$120/10

$15 drop in

No class October 8 & November 12

Daiana has been practicing yoga for 16 years and teaching for 13. Her Teacher Training was in Raja Yoga over a 2 year period. Her style of teaching has grown and evolved over the years and includes various breathing and cleansing exercises to purify the body and soul. Every class with Daiana is unique as she plans around the level of the students.

Over the past 10 years she has been travelling all over, sharing her passion and learning from different Masters.

This free-of-charge grief support group is offered in partnership between Comox Valley Hospice Society and Nourish Wellness. While this group is run on a bi-weekly, drop-in basis, first time attendees must phone either Paula Purcell or Nicole Burgess for location and additional participation information.

This shared support can help you survive the stigma, silence and sorrow.

Instructor: Megan TomlinsonHatha Yoga 1-2 is a progressive series of classes designed to build strength and flexibility in the body while developing mindful awareness in each posture. Yogic philosophy, as it relates to practice on and off the mat, weaves throughout each class. Hatha Yoga 1-2 is open to beginners and advanced practitioners alike.

Spring Forest Qigong is a simple practice using the mind, breath, simple movements and sound to balance your own internal energy for better health and vitality. Some of the benefits of SFQ include:

Reduced stress, tension

Less fatigue, more energy

Sense of contentment and peace

Increased mental clarity & focus

Join Barb for her weekly Spring Forest Qigong practice, ‘Transform Your Energy, Transform Your Life!’. Every Tuesday afternoon from 12:00 to 1:00pm at Nourish Wellness in Comox, join other ‘Qi Transformers’ as you practice the simple, gentle movements of this meditative practice.

You will find that practicing in a group magnifies the energy and furthers the healing!

Drop-in rate is $12/practice. 6-visit cards available for a special rate of $50. Drop-in can be paid at the class. Registration is required for the special rate. After registration, you will receive your card at the class.

All are welcome! No experience necessary. Dress comfortably. Chairs are provided for the seated meditation at the end but you are welcome to bring a cushion, blanket or your own yoga mat if you would like to do the meditation lying down.

Instructor: Katie KennedyA style of yoga that invites you to slow down and create space for stillness, nurture your bones, joints, ligaments, tendons and fascia. By holding the postures for 2-5 min or longer, the deeper connective tissues are affected and improvement in flexibility is the result. The use of probs are encouraged in each posture so that the body feels supported and relaxed and then has the chance to release. This class is a great complement if you have an active lifestyle (active yoga, running, cycling, sports etc) or if you are wanting a calming, meditative type of practice. Suitable for all students.

Instructor: Katie KennedyThis active practice is dynamic in nature and creates mindful movements from one posture to the next and challenges you to find flexibility, strength and concentration with in your postures. A combination of sun salutations, standing postures, balances, twists, seated and lying postures are weaved together into a fun, themed class with music. This class creates a workout type feel while toning the body and clearing your mind. This is an athletic practice and it is recommended that students feel strong through classic sun salutations.

Instructor: Alivia VeenstraCombining yin and restorative yoga poses, this gentle and relaxing practice is excellent for those new to yoga, students working with injuries, and is a great compliment to more active yoga practices. In holding poses for longer periods of time, students are encouraged to turn in, let go, and restore. Leave each class with less tension in your muscles, more movement in your joints, and a deeper sense of calm in your body, mind, and spirit.

This 12 week groups is for moms with a child under 2 years old, struggling with postpartum depression/anxiety/adjustment. This is a self-help support group in which different topics such as depression, anxiety, anger, healthy boundaries, relationships and transition/adjustment will be addressed. The group is closed (not open to drop-ins) and confidential. It is limited to 10 participants.

Come and enjoy the benefits of yoga in a fun, playful and safe environment. We will explore yoga poses, breathing exercises, and simple meditation techniques with a reflective perspective. Benefits include building self-compassion, self-awareness, self-care and relaxation!

Ages: 12 – 17 years

When: Wednesdays 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Dates: Oct 17th- Dec 5th, 2018

Cost: $90 for eight classes

Instructor: Lili Zsoldos

Lili is a certified yoga teacher and counsellor at Nourish Wellness as well as with the school district. No yoga experience necessary. All are welcome tojoin in creating a safe and supportive place for girls to come together and explore and learn from this ancient practice.

Space is limited; please contact Lili with any questions and to reserve a place.

Together we will explore the basic concepts of modern dance including proper warming up, strengthening techniques, alignment, movement vocabulary, and rhythm. Each class will build on the one prior. This modern dance session is designed to be fun and engaging for everyone, regardless of experience. Please wear comfortable clothing (layers suggested) with bare feet or socks.

This class is limited to 10 participants. Pre-registration is required. Please note that a minimum of 5 participants is required for the session to run.

Instructor: Karen SquiresA style of yoga open to everyone of all ages and abilities. Focus on moving with awareness, find stillness within the poses, engage in watching the interaction between body and mind. Strengthen your body, develop/maintain flexibility and balance. Incorporate simple meditation/breathing techniques and benefit from deep relaxation. A practice with the potential to stay with you, expanding beyond the mat sustaining daily life.

60 min Mat Pilates class series designed to strengthen your core function, mobility, tone, and connection. A special emphasis will be placed on core and pelvic floor restrengthening for postnatal clients or and busy moms who would benefit from this focused attention. Clients of all ages and physical fitness level are welcome. If you have recently given birth please ensure your medical professional has cleared you for physical activity.

Instructor: Carolyn PigottYou will be introduced to fundamental movements that reconnect your brain to your muscles. Through the practice of deep breathing techniques and mindful awareness you will discover areas of your body that are stuck in something called sensory motor amnesia, a chronically tight state in the muscles. You will be gently guided to unlock these patterns and feel a renewed sense of ease and comfort in these muscles. Your mind and body will relax and you will walk out feeling a renewed vitality to take on your life once again!

Instructor: Karen SquiresA style of yoga open to everyone of all ages and abilities. Focus on moving with awareness, find stillness within the poses, engage in watching the interaction between body and mind. Strengthen your body, develop/maintain flexibility and balance. Incorporate simple meditation/breathing techniques and benefit from deep relaxation. A practice with the potential to stay with you, expanding beyond the mat sustaining daily life.